At the Virginia Beach SPCA, a Grey Muzzle grantee, they are dedicated to offering senior dogs The Three Cs: Care, Comfort, and Compassion. This means making sure old dogs get the veterinary treatment they need, and providing special comforts and compassion, in order to make a difficult time a little easier.

Old Dog Haven: Every Old Dog Has a Story to Tell is a collection of 36 stories of senior dogs who went from neglected and abandoned to valued family member through Old Dog Haven’s network of foster homes and adopters. Author Ardeth De Vries discusses her book and tells us more about Old Dog Haven's work.

An estimated 54% of American pets are obese. Veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward, a Grey Muzzle Advisory Board member, discusses the causes and dangers of this pet obesity epidemic, how pet owners may be inadvertently sabotaging their pets' health, and what we can do manage our dogs' weight as they age.

Carie Broecker tells us how a dog's dying guardian inspired her to co-found Peace of Mind Dog Rescue, and about their work on California's Central Coast finding loving homes for both senior dogs in shelters and dogs whose guardians can no longer care for them.

Delilah was left at a shelter by her family, suffering from health problems and deafness. However, at The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs in Ohio, a Grey Muzzle grantee, dogs like Delilah not only get love and care, but a chance to share their love through the Sanctuary's senior therapy dog program.

Lasers are now being used by many veterinarians in the treatment of our four-legged companions, which can help in the care of older canines. For many senior dogs, laser therapy is a safe alternative to treat common conditions, including arthritis.

Old Dog Haven, a Grey Muzzle grantee, prioritizes the oldest and sickest dogs in shelters. For those dogs very near the end of their lives, Old Dog Haven offers a special program that gives the dogs their final weeks or days in a comfortable home with people who really care.

The classic Labrador Retriever has a "forever young" attitude to life, but senior Labs in shelters can have a difficult time finding adopters. Safe Harbor Lab Rescue, a Grey Muzzle grantee, provides these older Labs with care, and shows potential adopters how much companionship old Labs have to give.

Hospice fostering provides care for homeless dogs that do not have long to live. The prospect of caring for these dogs may seem daunting to some, but Debbie Marks, a hospice foster parent for Grey Muzzle grantee Blind Dog Rescue Alliance, explains why it is rewarding beyond measure.

Many senior dogs are abandoned when they need us most. Read about how Grey Muzzle works to improve the lives of these at-risk senior dogs by providing funding and resources for senior dog programs through shelters, rescues, sanctuaries, and other nonprofits.

Before coming to the Kentucky Humane Society (KHS), Dora, a senior Pit Bull, had a difficult life, but she remained a hopeful, happy girl. With the care of KHS and help from a grant from Grey Muzzle, she recovered from heartworm, found a home with a family, and learned to love and trust again.

Veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby, a Grey Muzzle Advisory Board Member, explains some of the reasons why older dogs can be restless at night, and how a vet makes a diagnosis. She offers hope for sleepless dogs and their people, and suggests common remedies for this malady.

Shirley Zindler, an animal control officer and author of The Secret Life of Dog Catchers, was asked to tell us about the senior dogs she meets in her work. In this post, she describes the joy of being able to help find homes for dogs - especially senior dogs, and tells the story of one such dog, named Hilda.

Living with a blind dog is neither as difficult as you may fear nor as easy as you might hope. Paulette Calleen has lived with Lily, her blind Shih Tzu, for several years and offers some recommendations that can help people with visually impaired dogs.

No one likes to think about losing a dog to old age, but just as distressing is the thought of our dog outliving us, alone and homeless. Many senior dogs end up in shelters for just this reason. These are some steps you can take to ensure the care of your dog after you are gone.